IC-A25 Overview
The ICOM IC-A25C and IC-A25N are the latest ICOM handheld radios. They offer the highest power output available in a handheld radio at 6 W PEP (1.8 W Carrier). Their large 2.3", high-resolution and high-contrast LCD display is easy to read in any lighting situation. The A25C offers radio communication only. The A25N offers communications, radio navigation, GPS navigation, and BlueTooth - for connection to a BlueTooth headset - like the optional IC-VS-3.
The supplied BP-288 2350 mAh battery offers up to about 10.5 hours of operating time. The radios are supplied complete with the most popular accessories - like the OPC-2379 Headset Adapter and BP-289 AA Battery Case.

IC-A14 Overview
The IC-A14 radio is a great low-cost communications-only handheld radio.

700mW*
loud audio
Because air band radios are usually operated in high-noise environments,
it is essential for the radio to provide loud and clear audio. The
IC-A14/S series employs a BTL amplifier that doubles the audio output,
offering loud and clear audio thatíll cut through cabin or tarmac noise.
* Internal speaker only

Full keypadThe IC-A14 full keypad type allows you to
input the channel or frequency directly and has an exclusive button for
the 121.5MHz emergency channel. The IC-A14 receives NAV and WX channels.

Large capacity Lithium-Ion battery pack
With the 2000mAh large capacity Lithium-Ion battery pack, BP-232N, the
IC-A14/S series provides stable output power and 18 hours long (approx.)
operating time*. The BP-261, battery
case takes 6 AA (LR6) alkaline cells for convenient battery backup. * Typical operation,
On standby 90% of the
time, transmitting 5% of the time and receiving 5% of the time.

200 channels with memory banks
A total of 200* memory channels can
be named with an 8-character channel name for easy recognition. For fast
and simple operation, these channels can be grouped into 10 memory banks*.
* IC-A14 only. The
IC-A14S has 100 memory channels and memory banks are not available.

BC-179 holder type battery charger The battery charger, BC-179, securely
holds and charges the radio, even in bumpy conditions. The cigarette
lighter cable, CP-22, can be used with the BC-179.

Other outstanding features

5W typ. (PEP), 1.5W (CW) output
power

Side tone function allows you to
hear your own voice via a third party aviation headset

Desktop Multi-Charger
Rapid Charging StandCharges the BP-232N battery in about 3 hours. Requires the use
of a BC-157 AC Adapter (in 110V or 220V versions) (not included).
It also requires the use of 1 AD-106 charger
adapter for every radio - for a total of 6 adapters if you plan to
charge 6 radios at once.

AC Adapter, 220VFor use with BC-179 desktop charging stand. Input: 220V,
Charges the BP-232N battery in about 12 hours.
This part replaces the BC-174E which is no longer available. It is
functionally identical.

AC Adapter, 110VIncluded with the IC-A14 and IC-A14S. For use with BC-179 desktop charging stand. Input: 110V, Charges the BP-232N battery
in about 12 hours. This is a replacement for the BC-174 and BC-174A.

Desktop Charging Stand -
110VIncluded with the IC-A14 and IC-A14S. For use with IC-A14 and
IC-A14S radios. Charges the BP-232N battery in about 12 hours. A BC-174A 120VAC wall charger is included in the box with the charging
stand. The charging stand is also compatible with the CP-22 cigarette lighter cable.

Desktop Charging Stand -
220VIncluded with the IC-A14 and IC-A14S. For use with IC-A14 and
IC-A14S radios. Charges the BP-232N battery in about 12 hours. A BC-147SE15 120VAC wall charger is included in the box with the charging
stand. The charging stand is also compatible with the CP-22 cigarette lighter cable.

Battery Case for IC-A14
or IC-A14SBattery case for AA (LR6)◊6 alkaline cells. Highly recommended
as a low cost, long lasting backup battery pack for use in the event you
forget to charge the battery on the radio. AA batteries not
included. The battery pack adds about 1.6 inches to the length of
the radio.

Li-Ion Battery Pack,
2250 mAhStandard battery pack for IC-A14 and IC-A14S. It is included
with those radios. Provides about 18 hours of operating time when
on standby 90% of the time, transmitting 5% of the time and receiving 5%
of the time.
7.4V, 2250 mAh

PC Programming Software
- ICOM Cloning SystemMakes it easy to edit, save and transfer the memory contents and
settings in the IC-A14 or A14S. You can upload data from an
existing radio, edit the memory frequencies and 8-character text
descriptions, save the data on your PC, and send the updated data to one
or more radios. I love this software because it made it very
easy to configure the 10 or so frequencies I use when gliding in
southern Minnesota - you can see them in the screen capture images at
right. It is somewhat expensive, but soaring clubs and commercial
operations will find it worth the money. The software is simple
and intuitive.

Note: Data can only
be transferred to radios of the same type. For example you can
copy data from one A14 to another A14 or from one A14S to another A14S.
But it is not possible to copy data from an A14 to an A14S or vice
versa.

Note: An
OPC-478UC USB cable is required and not included with the software.

AntennaSame as supplied with the transceiver. For IC-A4, A5, A6, A14, A14S, A23,
A24, and A25 radios.
Connector Type: BNC
Length: 20 cm (7.8 inches)
Note: It is not clear to me whether or not handheld radio antennas are
interchangeable. The reason I wonder is because I have had a
variety of handheld radios standing next to each other on a table.
It was interesting to me that although the radio units were of different
heights and the antennas were of different lengths, the overall heights
of the radio and antenna together were all about the same. That
made me suspect that the overall antenna length includes antenna
sections both inside the radio itself, and the external antenna.
My suspicion is enhanced by the fact that a 1/4 wave aircraft radio
antenna from Larsen is 22 7/16 inches (570 mm) long. However, I
also suspect that this ICOM antenna would be a good substitute for any
other handheld radio antenna with BNC connectors that is about the same
length. I am not an expert on radio antennas.

Speaker MicrophoneFor use with IC-A6, IC-A14, IC-A14S, and IC-A24. There is a swiveling alligator
clip on back of speaker/microphone. Great for use in a sailplane!
Keep the radio in the side-pocket and clip the speaker/microphone to
your shoulder strap.Replaces the HM-173.

Tip - Fixing Squeal Issue - if necessary
A customer stated that when using the HM-234 with his A14, the system squeals loudly every time he keys the microphone button on the HM-234. I found that the same thing happened with my A14. I called ICOM America technical support and received excellent support - as always. I set the side-tone to zero by depressing and holding the transmit button (on the radio or speaker/mic) and using the down-arrow on the radio to bump the side-tone to zero. That worked for me.

If that doesn't work, he recommended turning-off the internal microphone - as described on page 26 of the manual under "other functions, set mode settings". I didn't need to do that. He also said that adjusting the internal microphone gain might also help.

Leather Belt Hanger
For use with IC-A14 and IC-A14S radios. Run your belt through the
large loop and then slide the radio's alligator belt clip into the small
loop to allow easy access to the radio on your belt.

Cloning Cable
For use with IC-A14 and IC-A14S radios. Makes it possible to copy
memory data from one radio to another. For example you can copy
data from one A14 to another A14 or from one A14S to another A14S.
But it is not possible to copy data from an A14 to an A14S or vice
versa.

Cloning Cable, USB
For use with IC-A14 and IC-A14S radios and the CS-A14
Cloning Software. The CS-A14 cloning
software is not included with this cable. USB drivers are
included. Makes it possible to copy
memory data from one radio to another. For example you can copy
data from one A14 to another A14 or from one A14S to another A14S.
But it is not possible to copy data from an A14 to an A14S or vice
versa.

Included:

Cable, USB rectangular "A" connector
to mini-USB connector

Cable with USB to serial converter
module and small jack that plugs into the side of the IC-A14 or
IC-A14S.

CD with drivers for USB to serial
converter

The USB driver supplied with this cable
is compatible with Microsoft Windows 2000, XP or Vista 32 bit. It
is not compatible with Vista 64 bit.

Headset Adapter
Enables the use of aviation headsets with ICOM radios. Includes
connectors for speakers, microphone and Push-to-Talk (IC-PTT).
For use with IC-A3, A6, A14, A14S, A22, and A24 radios. It is not
included in the box with the IC-A14 and IC-A14S radios.

The A25C is a powerful air band handheld with 6 watts of power and an IP57 waterproof rating; weather cannot stop these radios. The handheld includes a large 2350mAh Li-ion battery, providing a long operating time. The easy-to-use interface and large 2.3-inch LCD display combine to provide stress-free programming and in-flight operation. The IC-A25C offers communication only - no NAV frequencies, no GPS , no BlueTooth.

The IC-A25C "Sport" version includes the BP-289 AA battery case, and the OPC-2379 Headset Adapter, but does not include a rechargeable battery or chargeror charging stand.

Channel spacing:

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Battery life:

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Large easy to use LCD
The A25’s large 2.3-inch LCD provides user-friendly, graphic screens. The day mode allows pilots to view the screen in direct sunlight and the night mode makes it easy to read in the dark.

The A25C is a powerful air band handheld with 6 watts of power and an IP57 waterproof rating; weather cannot stop these radios. The handheld includes a large 2350mAh Li-ion battery, providing a long operating time. The easy-to-use interface and large 2.3-inch LCD display combine to provide stress-free programming and in-flight operation. The IC-A25C offers communication only - no NAV frequencies, no GPS , no BlueTooth.

The IC-A25C (full version) is supplied complete with the most popular accessories - like the OPC-2379 Headset Adapter and BP-289 AA Battery Case. The "Sport" version (above) includes the BP-289 AA battery case, but not the OPC-2379 Headset Adapter.

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Channels:

Battery life:

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Large easy to use LCD The A25’s large 2.3-inch LCD provides user-friendly, graphic screens. The day mode allows pilots to view the screen in direct sunlight and the night mode makes it easy to read in the dark.

The A25N is a powerful air band handheld with 6 watts of power and an IP57 waterproof rating; weather cannot stop these radios. The handheld includes a large 2350mAh Li-ion battery, providing a long operating time. The easy-to-use interface and large 2.3-inch LCD display combine to provide stress-free programming and in-flight operation.

The A25N offers communications, radio navigation, GPS navigation, and BlueTooth - for connection to a BlueTooth headset - like the optional IC-VS-3.

The IC-A25N is supplied complete with the most popular accessories - like the OPC-2379 Headset Adapter and BP-289 AA Battery Case.

Channel spacing:

Channels:

Battery life:

Large easy to use LCD
The A25’s large 2.3-inch LCD provides user-friendly, graphic screens. The day mode allows pilots to view the screen in direct sunlight and the night mode makes it easy to read in the dark.

Navigation functions
Built-in GPS and Bluetooth® redefined navigation in the A25N. Design flight plans with an Android™ or iOS™ device and import them into the A25 with the Bluetooth® feature. While using GPS, the waypoint NAV will guide pilots to their destination. Up to 10 flight plans and 300 waypoints can be stored in the A25. Other navigational features, like VOR indicators, can help keep a pilot’s heading precise and alert them if they divert from course. All these functions and more increase safety up in the air.

Li-Ion Battery Pack,
2350 mAhStandard battery pack for IC-A25C and IC-A25N. It is included
with those radios. Provides about 10.5 hours of operating time when
on standby 90% of the time, transmitting 5% of the time and receiving 5%
of the time.
7.2V, 2350 mAh

Battery Case for IC-A25C
or IC-A25NBattery case for AA (LR6)×6 alkaline cells. Highly recommended
as a low cost, long lasting backup battery pack for use in the event you
forget to charge the battery on the radio. AA batteries not
included.

AntennaSame as supplied with the transceiver. For IC-A4, A5, A6, A14, A14S, A23,
A24, and A25 radios.
Connector Type: BNC
Length: 20 cm (7.8 inches)
Note: It is not clear to me whether or not handheld radio antennas are
interchangeable. The reason I wonder is because I have had a
variety of handheld radios standing next to each other on a table.
It was interesting to me that although the radio units were of different
heights and the antennas were of different lengths, the overall heights
of the radio and antenna together were all about the same. That
made me suspect that the overall antenna length includes antenna
sections both inside the radio itself, and the external antenna.
My suspicion is enhanced by the fact that a 1/4 wave aircraft radio
antenna from Larsen is 22 7/16 inches (570 mm) long. However, I
also suspect that this ICOM antenna would be a good substitute for any
other handheld radio antenna with BNC connectors that is about the same
length. I am not an expert on radio antennas.

Handheld Speaker MicrophoneFor use with IC-A25C and IC-A25N handheld radios. There is a swiveling alligator
clip on back of speaker/microphone. Great for use in a sailplane!
Keep the radio in the side-pocket and clip the speaker/microphone to
your shoulder strap.

Headset Adapter
Enables the use of aviation headsets with ICOM IC-A25C and IC-A25N radios. Includes
connectors for speakers, microphone and Push-to-Talk (IC-PTT-SW). It is
included in the box with the IC-A25C and IC-A25N radios.